Senior Laser Electro-Optic Technologist - Laser Systems Engineering and Operations Division
Core
Operate, maintain, integrate, and troubleshoot advanced continuous-wave and high-energy pulsed laser systems for Extreme Light, Matter, and Fusion Directorate projects.
Role type
Senior Laser Electro-Optic Technologist (hands-on IC)
Builds
Laboratory-owned laser and electro-optical systems, diagnostic setups, and experimental configurations
Domain
Defense & National Security / Photonics & High-Energy Laser Systems
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
High-energy laser system alignment and troubleshooting, opto-mechanical assembly and precision alignment, laser diagnostic system integration, system commissioning and acceptance testing, technical documentation generation, data analysis for system performance, technical leadership and mentoring
Preferred skills
Engineering software (SolidWorks, CREO, LabView, MATLAB), vacuum system operation and maintenance
Technologies
High-energy pulsed lasers, continuous-wave lasers, opto-mechanical assemblies, vacuum systems, diagnostic systems
Responsibilities
Independently analyze complex system performance and identify problems; align, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot complex laser systems; configure and optimize laser system parameters; modify, integrate, install, and operate advanced laser diagnostic systems; support system integration, commissioning, and performance verification; generate and maintain comprehensive system documentation; lead, train, and mentor other technical staff; perform in-depth analysis of system and experimental data
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC